How Ukrainians Are Protecting Their Homes Against Russia’s Winter Offensive - Kyiv Post

Minnesota officials ask protesters to stay peaceful ahead of weekend demonstrations in the state - CBS News

Minnesota safety officials are asking that protesters participating in scheduled demonstrations this weekend stay orderly and peaceful.

Kennedy Talks "Star Wars" Toxic Fandom - Dark Horizons

The other day, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy announced that she is stepping down from that position, with Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan taking over as co-Presidents. In the wake of that announcement, Kennedy gave an interview with Deadline talking abo…

They quit their day jobs to bet on current events. A look inside the prediction market mania - NPR

Prediction market apps are thriving in Trump's second term, with traders betting on migrant deportations to election outcomes. A community of young, mostly male and very online traders are driving the industry's bonanza.

TCL’s PlayCube projector is more fun than a Rubik’s Cube - The Verge

TCL’s PlayCube is very bright for a portable projector with a clever twisting design that doesn’t need a tripod.

Xi’s Enforcers Punished Nearly a Million in 2025—and China’s Leader Wants More - The Wall Street Journal

SpaceX launches its 1st national security mission of 2026, sending US spy satellites to orbit - Space

The NROL-105 mission lifted off from California on Friday (Jan. 16) at 11:39 p.m. ET.

Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland - AP News

U.S. President Donald Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland. Trump didn't provide details Friday. Trump for months has insisted that the U.S. should control Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of N…

Trump bought $1M in Netflix, Warner Bros. bonds after merger announcement - The Washington Post

The president bought the bonds days after saying he’d be “involved” in deciding whether to approve the $83 billion deal.’

Penn State wrestling wins fifth straight match over Iowa, 79th in a row, with a 32-3 victory: Recap - On3

Penn State wrestling is back on the mat tonight. The No. 1 Nittany Lions are at No. 4 Iowa. Follow live updates here.

Jaylon Tyson punctuates career night with game-winning assist in Cavs’ 117-115 comeback over Sixers - Cleveland.com

The short-handed Cavs rallied back in the fourth quarter, stunning the Philadelphia 76ers, 117-115, on Friday night.

Trump thanks Iran for halting executions as allies discourage US from striking - AP News

President Donald Trump on Friday thanked the Iranian government for not executing hundreds of political prisoners, seemingly backing away from his suggestion of U.S. military strikes on Iran.

Judge limits ICE’s crowd control tactics following Minneapolis shooting - Politico

The judge’s order prevents federal agents from arresting peaceful protesters.

Ongoing Southern California immigration raids sparking fear in communities - ABC7 Los Angeles

Activists say they are working nonstop to support immigrant communities in Southern California amid ongoing raids.

Measles case found in Clackamas County; 3rd reported by Oregon health officials this week - KATU

A measles case was reported in Clackamas County, the Oregon Health Authority said Friday, marking the third reported case in the state within the past week.Stat

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss seeks injunction from Mississippi court against NCAA - On3

Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is suing the NCAA alleging over the NCAA's refusal to grant Chambliss another year of eligibility.